CVE-2024-23809:CVE-2024-23809 is a critical double-free vulnerability in libbiosig versions 2.5.0 and Master Branch (ab0ee111) of The Biosig Project, allowing for arbitrary code execution via a specially crafted .vdhr file.

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A double-free vulnerability has been identified in the BrainVision ASCII Header Parsing functionality of libbiosig versions 2.5.0 and Master Branch (ab0ee111) developed by The Biosig Project. An attacker can exploit this vulnerability by providing a malicious .vdhr file, leading to arbitrary code execution. This vulnerability has been assigned CVE-2024-23809 and has a CVSS base score of 9.8, indicating a critical severity level.

Overview

This vulnerability affects libbiosig versions 2.5.0 and Master Branch (ab0ee111) of The Biosig Project. The issue arises from a double-free vulnerability in the BrainVision ASCII Header Parsing functionality, allowing an attacker to execute arbitrary code by providing a specially crafted .vdhr file. The CVSS base score for this vulnerability is 9.8, categorizing it as critical.

Remediation

To remediate this vulnerability, users are advised to update their libbiosig installations to a patched version that addresses the double-free vulnerability. The Biosig Project should release a fix for this issue, and users are recommended to apply the patch as soon as it becomes available. Additionally, users should exercise caution when handling untrusted .vdhr files to mitigate the risk of exploitation.

References

  1. Talos Intelligence - CVE-2024-23809
  2. Fedora Project - CVE-2024-23809

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  1. Public Administration
    Public Administration
  2. Educational Services
    Educational Services
  3. Manufacturing
    Manufacturing
  4. Arts, Entertainment & Recreation
    Arts, Entertainment & Recreation
  5. Health Care & Social Assistance
    Health Care & Social Assistance
  6. Other Services (except Public Administration)
    Other Services (except Public Administration)
  7. Professional, Scientific, & Technical Services
    Professional, Scientific, & Technical Services
  8. Transportation & Warehousing
    Transportation & Warehousing
  9. Utilities
    Utilities
  10. Accommodation & Food Services
    Accommodation & Food Services
  11. Administrative, Support, Waste Management & Remediation Services
    Administrative, Support, Waste Management & Remediation Services
  12. Agriculture, Forestry Fishing & Hunting
    Agriculture, Forestry Fishing & Hunting
  13. Construction
    Construction
  14. Finance and Insurance
    Finance and Insurance
  15. Information
    Information
  16. Management of Companies & Enterprises
    Management of Companies & Enterprises
  17. Mining
    Mining
  18. Real Estate Rental & Leasing
    Real Estate Rental & Leasing
  19. Retail Trade
    Retail Trade
  20. Wholesale Trade
    Wholesale Trade

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